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Certification in networking and security

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Hi, I am Moyali. I want to do a course in networking and security. I am relatively new to IT. Which certification will be helpful for me to start a bright career?

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Hi, I am Moyali. I want to do a course in networking and security. I am relatively new to IT. Which certification will be helpful for me to start a bright career?

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The best thing you can do is put your "networking and security" aspirations on the "long-term goal" shelf and get an entry-level IT job. Networking and security roles are generally given to techs with years of experience... so you're essentially trying to start at the middle of the IT career ladder. And unless you've got an uncle who is an IT director and is willing to take a risk on hiring a relative, you'll probably have to start at the bottom like most everyone else.

I'd recommend pursuing the A+, Network+, and MCDST (or MCTS after April 1). These are solid, entry-level certifications that can help you get your first IT job.

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